The Beginner’s Guide to Fertility

We all know how we came into this planet. For nine months we were in our mothers’ wombs. The gestation period is in itself a lengthy period of sacrifice. But through this, we found ourselves here. Have you ever then asked yourself how they came to know they were pregnant with you? Or maybe, are you asking yourself whether at the moment you are pregnant? Pregnancy can be such a tricky and anxious thing especially if it is your first time. One may not fully understand what is happening from start to finish. To help you get a foothold, we have prepared this article to enlighten you on how to know if you are pregnant.

We are going to go through some simple, common yet important signs you have heard or not. It is impossible to talk about pregnancy without talking about sex as the two are inseparable. The question of when you last engaged in intercourse becomes crucial. Did you use protection or are you on any form of contraception? These queries here basically lay the foundation for everything discussion that follows. Pregnancy sets in when the fertilized egg is implanted, which occurs within 6 to 10 days of unprotected sex. So first, find answers to these queries.

Missed periods is another sign you need to look out for. Missed periods are among the first signs of pregnancy though they may be deceiving. You cannot conclusively confirm pregnancy based on missed periods. The argument for this reasoning is that there exist many reasons as to why you may have missed your period. Sudden weight gain, some eating disorders, stress in plenty and regular contraceptive use may be reasons for having missed periods. The best thing to do here is consult a medical practitioner for better guidance.

Nausea and vomiting is another key sign. Nausea and vomiting set in about three weeks from conception making this sign more reliable. It is a sign that the level of hormones in the body is increasing in preparation for full-blown pregnancy. It is often referred to as ‘morning sickness’ but doesn’t necessarily mean it will occur in the morning only. Common aromas of food, perfume or anything out there may make you feel nauseous.

The most reliable sign you can use to confirm pregnancy is the result form a pregnancy test. Taking a home pregnancy test could give you the answer you want clearly. It works best when one has already had their period. If you take it earlier than this, it may give a negative result even when you are pregnant. You can get the pregnancy test at drug stores or your local convenient grocery store. Clarification can be sought from a doctor on the result gotten.